James J. Shoop Jr.

James J. Shoop Jr. obituary

James J. Shoop Jr.

James Shoop Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bowser-Minich Funeral Home on Oct. 6, 2025.

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James J. "Jim" Shoop, Jr., 70, of Homer City, passed away at IRMC on September 28, 2025.

He was born in Indiana in 1955 and worked for Giant Eagle before his retirement in 2000.

Jim loved spending time with his family, especially great-nephews. He is survived by his brother-in-law Donald Gardner, Sr., of Homer City, niece Alicia Henry of Home, PA, Nephew Donald Gardner, Jr., of Homer City, great nephews Bradyn and Quinten as well as his dog Buddy.

All services will be private and have been entrusted to the care of the Bowser Minich Funeral Home, Indiana.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Bowser-Minich Funeral Home

500 Ben Franklin Road South, Indiana, PA 15701-2343

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